Plan Your Visit to Our Church in Bradford, PA
Your first Sunday at Open Arms
Looking for a church near you? Join us at Open Arms Community Church in downtown Bradford, PA.
We know walking into a church for the first time can feel a little awkward.
Where do you go? Will you know anyone? Will you fit in? We want to help you feel comfortable before you even get here.
Whether you’re exploring faith, coming back after some time away, or looking for a church family, there’s a place for you at Open Arms. Bring your questions. Bring your family. Come as you are.
We’re real people helping people become more like Jesus as a family.
And when we say you’re welcome here, we really mean it.
Join us Sunday at 10 AM in our upstairs sanctuary at 71 Congress Street, Bradford, PA 16701.
We look forward to getting to know you.
Find Open Arms Community Church in Bradford
71 Congress Street
Bradford, PA 16701
We have parking lots off Congress Street and Elm Street. See the entrance and accessibility directions below to choose the best place to park.
Let us know you’re coming
You can come any Sunday without signing up. If you’d like to introduce yourself, ask a question, or let us know about an accessibility need before your visit, use the form below.
Need a ride to church?
What time is Sunday worship?
We meet for one Sunday service at 10 AM in our upstairs sanctuary. Services typically last 60–90 minutes.
We recommend arriving 10–15 minutes early so you have time to park, get settled, and check in your children.
What can I expect during the service?
We gather for worship music, prayer, and a Bible-based message that connects faith with everyday life.
You’re welcome to participate at your own pace. If you’re new to church or unsure what you believe, you can come, listen, and ask questions.
Where should I park?
There are two parking lots:
- Congress Street lot: Use this lot for the front entrance. A ramp and chair lift are available for guests with mobility needs.
- Rear lot off Elm Street: Use this lot if you need the elevator/lift to reach the upstairs sanctuary.
- Additional Parking Available on Sundays: If the lots are full, we are able to park at the PennDot DMV Parking Lot off of Chesnut Street. That lots connects to our Congress Street Lot.
Which entrance should I use?
From Congress Street: Enter through the front doors. A ramp and chair lift are available at this entrance for guests with mobility needs.
From Elm Street: Enter through the rear entrance and take the elevator/lift upstairs to the worship space.
Is the upstairs worship space accessible?
Yes. Guests who need the elevator/lift can park in the rear lot off Elm Street, enter through the rear entrance, and take it upstairs.
The front entrance off the Congress Street lot also has a ramp and chair lift.
If you have questions about access before your visit, call 814-368-8846 or let us know through the visit form.
What should I wear?
Wear what you’re comfortable in. You’ll see people in jeans and T-shirts and others dressed up a little more. There’s no dress code.
Is there something for my children?
Our Thrive Children’s Ministry welcomes children from birth through age 11.
Check your children in before the service. They’ll stay with you during worship music, then head to the children’s area when they’re dismissed. You’re also welcome to keep your children with you throughout the service.
For your first visit, arrive a little early to complete the check-in paperwork. A nursing mother’s room is also available.
Can I watch a service before visiting?
Absolutely. Watch a recent Open Arms service to get a feel for our worship and teaching before you come.
Hear from people who visited Open Arms
Take that step, you won’t regret it
As someone who just moved to the area and didn’t know a soul,
I truly found a place of sanctuary to worship Jesus surrounded by a phenomenal group of people.
as soon as I stepped in the door.
Take that step, you won’t regret it! 😊
